High Gem Grade Vintage, 90 Carat Natural Bisbee Turquoise, Cuff Watch For Sale

Rare, natural Bisbee turquoise is highly sought after, as the Bisbee mine closed in 1975, making it more rare and valuable. Bisbee turquoise ranges in color from robin egg blue to green, and in some more rare findings of blue and green combination. This piece has 90 carats of natural Bisbee turquoise, authenticated by renowned Arizona jeweler, Thomas Carusetta. Arizona artist, Don Ruffin, well known for his portraitures, native, American, art, and PBS television show, “Draw and paint with Don Ruffin,” was the original owner. The watch was worn throughout the entire television series on PBS from 1975 to 1977, in both private and public art demonstrations. Don’s original art and Prints continued to be enjoyed today from his collectors across the nation. The sterling silver, 90 karat natural Bisbee turquoise has hues of both blue and green integration, making it more rare.